The Board was created by Executive Reorganization Order (ERO) No.34 in 2011 and succeeded to the powers, duties, and functions of the KANSAS PAROLE BOARD, which was abolished by the same ERO. The Kansas Parole Board (also classed here) was created in 1986. From 1974-1986 the Board's name was KANSAS. ADULT AUTHORITY. From 1970-1974 name was KANSAS. STATE BOARD OF PROBATION AND PAROLE.